Description
Chicken Pomodoro is a simple, flavorful Italian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a fresh tomato and basil sauce, delivering comforting and vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some sauce over the top. Cover and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Stir in fresh basil just before serving.
- Serve the chicken topped with sauce and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for a juicier texture.
Adding olives or capers can give the sauce a briny kick.
For a creamier sauce, stir in a splash of heavy cream or mascarpone at the end.
Adjust red pepper flakes or add cayenne for extra heat.
Serve over pasta, rice, or polenta for variety.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days.
Reheat gently on stovetop or microwave covered to retain moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
